Belong to something bigger, get connected to a community that helps teens build strong relationships, develop their identity, and know they are part of something bigger!
Teen Nights
Who: YMCA members and non-members in grades 6th – 12th
When: Every 4th Sunday from 5-8pm
Cost: Free
What: The Winter Park YMCA is partnering with local student focused groups to create a space for teens to build community. This is an evening of games, food, a short devotional, and fun! Registration is required.
*Special activities communicated prior to event, register to get email updates on what happening each month.
Y Teens Activities
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Who: YMCA members in grades 6th – 12th
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Teen Pickup Basketball: Wednesdays 2:30-4:30pm
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Teen Pickup Volleyball: Saturdays 2-4pm
Teen Basketball Tournament
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Who: YMCA members and non-members in grades 6th – 12th
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When: January 3rd 2026
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Middle School: 12-2:30pm
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High School: 3-5:30pm
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Where: Winter Park YMCA
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Cost: $5 Cash includes entry in tournament, pizza, and drink.
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What: This friendly pickup basketball tournament encourages teens to come together and face off against students from Y’s across central Florida.
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Find purpose in what matters, when teens engage in meaningful activities—whether it’s helping others, creating something, or standing up for a cause—they grow in purpose and passion!
Teen Leaders Club
What is Leaders’ Club?
Teen Leader’s Club is a program that unites teens (middle and high school age) through leadership development, guest speakers, fun activities, games, volunteer opportunities and more to help develop them into leaders. Leaders will strengthen their skills that center on body, ind, and spirit. The program consists of activities that include community service, team building, fitness, faith, academic enrichment, and fun social events.
What happens during Leaders’ Club meetings?
Four different meeting types:
- Volunteering
- Character Development
- Wellness
- Fun
Throughout the year we will schedule Social and Volunteer events with all Centra Florida YMCA Leaders’ Club. Examples: bowling, movie night, park clean ups, etc.
Age Requirements: 12-18 years old
- Students must be 12 years old before the end of the 2026-27 school year (May 24, 2027).
When: Tuesdays 5:30-7:00 PM, Starting September 1, 2026
- Teens are allowed to miss up to 20% of meetings (1 out of 5). If they miss more than 20% they can be excused from the Club. Teen sexcused for attendance or behavioral issues will not receive a refund.
Cost: Free for returning students; One time cost $50 for Plus & Max Members, $100 for Base & Non-Members
Blue Ridge Leaders’ School (BRLS)
Since its creation in 1922 Blue Ridge Leaders’ School has retained its basic philosophy of training teens to be leaders in all aspects of. YMCA physical education. The purpose of blue Ridge Leaders’ School is teen leadership development through YCMA health and physical education. Blue Ridge Leaders’ School is not a camp. Rather, it is a physical education training school, profoundly structured with high standards of behavior, physical participation, and individual performance. BRLS is held each summer; teens in good standing will be invited to attend BRLS the summer of 2027 (not a program requirement).
Teen Leaders’ Club Interest Form
Christian Values Conference
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Who: YMCA members and non-members, Rising 9th grade – 12th
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When: Summer 2026 (Specific Date TBD)
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Where: YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly Black Mountain, North Carolina
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What: The YMCA Christian Values Conference (CVC) is an inspiring and inclusive experience where teens from across the country come together for a week of growth, leadership and connection!
Step up and lead boldly. When teens are empowered to lead, they learn how to communicate, problem-solve,and make decisions that have real world impact!
Work with Us
The YMCA is always looking for responsible teens looking to lead others. If you’re 16+ years of age check out available positions you could qualify for!
Certification Training Available
Multiple Locations Across Central Florida
Employee Perks and Career Growth Opportunities Step
Have questions or want to know how you can support Teen Programs contact: Jabernathy@cfymca.org